1990 Renault 25 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 631 kg more than 1990 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25. 2007 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 25 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 25 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
